51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
51 He hath shewed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
51 He has shown strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts;
51 He bared his arm and showed his strength, scattered the bluffing braggarts.
51 He has shown strength with His arm; He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
51 His mighty arm has done tremendous things! He has scattered the proud and haughty ones.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Luke 1:51
Commentary on Luke 1:39-56
(Read Luke 1:39-56)
It is very good for those who have the work of grace begun in their souls, to communicate one to another. On Mary's arrival, Elisabeth was conscious of the approach of her who was to be the mother of the great Redeemer. At the same time she was filled with the Holy Ghost, and under his influence declared that Mary and her expected child were most blessed and happy, as peculiarly honoured of and dear to the Most High God. Mary, animated by Elisabeth's address, and being also under the influence of the Holy Ghost, broke out into joy, admiration, and gratitude. She knew herself to be a sinner who needed a Saviour, and that she could no otherwise rejoice in God than as interested in his salvation through the promised Messiah. Those who see their need of Christ, and are desirous of righteousness and life in him, he fills with good things, with the best things; and they are abundantly satisfied with the blessings he gives. He will satisfy the desires of the poor in spirit who long for spiritual blessings, while the self-sufficient shall be sent empty away.